Aspects of this invention relate to an adjustable bed frame assembly that includes a first frame that includes two substantially parallel side frame members and at least one connector member between the parallel side frame members, a second frame comprising two substantially parallel side frame members, each of the side frame members having a lower end pivotally attached to one of the at least one connector member of the first frame, a bracket that includes a sliding slot, where in the bracket is securely attached to the second frame; and an actuator with a first end pivotally attached to the first frame and a second end that is slidably connected to the sliding slot of the bracket, wherein, when the actuator extends or retracts, the second end travels within the sliding slot without moving the second frame until an extent of the sliding slot is reached.
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1. An adjustable bed frame assembly, comprising: a first frame that includes two substantially parallel side frame members and at least one connector member between the parallel side frame members, the first frame having a fixed horizontal orientation relative to the adjustable bed frame assembly; a second frame comprising two substantially parallel side frame members, each of the side frame members having a lower end pivotally attached to one of the at least one connector member of the first frame; a bracket that includes a sliding slot, where in the bracket is securely attached to the second frame; an actuator with a first end pivotally attached to the first frame and a second end that is slidably connected to the sliding slot of the bracket, wherein, when the actuator extends or retracts, the second end travels within the sliding slot without moving the second frame until an extent of the sliding slot is contacted; and a sensor positioned at the extent of the sliding slot nearest to the actuator.
An adjustable bed frame has a fixed base frame and a second frame that pivots relative to the base. The base frame has parallel side supports connected by at least one cross member. The second frame also has parallel side supports, each pivotally connected to the base frame's cross member(s). A bracket with a sliding slot is fixed to the second frame. An actuator, which is a linear motor, connects to the base frame at one end and has its other end slidingly engaged in the bracket's slot. When the actuator extends or retracts, this second end moves within the slot *without* immediately moving the second frame until it reaches the end of the slot. A sensor is positioned at the slot end closest to the actuator.
2. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , wherein during the actuator extension, the second end contacts the sliding slot extent and moves the second frame.
The adjustable bed frame assembly, which has a fixed base frame and a second frame that pivots relative to the base, and an actuator connected via a sliding slot, operates such that *during extension* of the actuator, the actuator's end slides within the bracket slot attached to the second frame until it hits the slot's end. Upon contacting the slot's end, the actuator then begins to move the second frame, adjusting the bed's position. This allows for a delayed or staged movement of the adjustable bed frame.
3. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , wherein during the actuator retraction, the second end remains between the sliding slot extents during the second frame descent.
In the adjustable bed frame assembly with a fixed base frame, a pivoting second frame, and a sliding slot connecting an actuator, *during retraction* of the actuator, the actuator end remains *between* the slot ends as the second frame lowers. This means the actuator's retraction directly causes the second frame to descend, without needing to contact the slot's end, allowing the second frame to lower smoothly.
4. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 3 , wherein during the actuator retraction, the second frame descends at a same rate as the actuator second end.
With an adjustable bed featuring a base frame, pivoting second frame, and a sliding slot-linked actuator, *during retraction* of the actuator causing the second frame to lower, the second frame descends at *the same rate* as the actuator end retracts. This synchronization ensures smooth and controlled lowering of the bed's adjustable section.
5. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 4 , further comprising at least one support connected to the second frame and adapted to control descent of the second frame.
The adjustable bed frame assembly, which has a fixed base frame, pivoting second frame, a sliding slot-linked actuator, and descends at the same rate as the actuator end retracts, further includes *at least one support* connected to the second frame. This support is designed to *control the descent* of the second frame, potentially dampening or guiding the movement for added stability or a smoother user experience.
6. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , wherein a sensor is associated with the extent of the sliding slot.
An adjustable bed frame assembly, with a fixed base frame, a pivoting second frame, and an actuator connected via a sliding slot, includes a *sensor* associated with the *end* of the sliding slot. This sensor is strategically positioned to detect when the actuator's end reaches the limit of the slot, providing feedback for control or safety purposes.
7. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 6 , wherein when the second end contacts the extent sensor at least one action is to stop the actuator.
The adjustable bed frame assembly that includes a sensor at the end of a sliding slot that links an actuator, is configured such that *when the actuator's end contacts the slot end sensor*, *at least one action is to stop the actuator*. This prevents the actuator from over-extending or retracting, protecting the mechanism and potentially preventing injury.
8. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is adapted to stop retraction of the actuator when the actuator first end contacts the extent of the sliding slot nearest to the actuator.
In the adjustable bed frame using a sliding slot and actuator, the *sensor* positioned at the end of the sliding slot nearest the actuator is designed to *stop the actuator's retraction* when the actuator's end reaches that slot limit. This prevents the actuator from retracting too far and potentially damaging the assembly or causing instability.
9. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a means for providing an indication to a user when the actuator first end contacts the extent of the sliding slot nearest to the actuator.
The adjustable bed frame with a sliding slot and actuator includes *a means for providing an indication to a user* when the actuator's end contacts the slot end nearest the actuator. This indication could be visual (light), auditory (beep), or tactile (vibration), alerting the user to the bed's position or a potential limit being reached.
10. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , further comprising: a sub-frame positioned beneath the first frame, the first frame being slidably connected to the sub-frame such that the first frame is capable of sliding horizontal motion relative to the sub-frame.
An adjustable bed frame assembly with a base frame, a pivoting second frame, and an actuator with a sliding slot, also includes a *sub-frame positioned beneath the base frame*. The base frame is *slidably connected* to this sub-frame, allowing the base frame to have *horizontal sliding motion relative to the sub-frame*. This adds another degree of freedom, potentially for ease of installation or additional adjustment options.
11. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 10 , wherein the sub-frame comprises a non-rigid interface with the first frame.
The adjustable bed frame, which includes a sub-frame beneath the base frame allowing for horizontal sliding motion, has the sub-frame connected to the base frame via a *non-rigid interface*. This implies some flexibility or play in the connection, rather than a fixed or tightly constrained linkage.
12. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 11 , wherein the non-rigid interface is selected from the group consisting of tracks, grooves, “C” channels, and combinations thereof.
The adjustable bed frame with a sub-frame that connects via a *non-rigid interface*, uses an interface *selected from* tracks, grooves, "C" channels, or any combination of these. These structures guide the sliding motion while allowing for some tolerance or freedom of movement between the base frame and sub-frame.
13. The adjustable bed frame assembly of claim 1 , further comprising at least one vibration motor mounted to at least one of the first frame and the second frame.
The adjustable bed frame assembly, featuring a pivoting frame and actuator control, includes *at least one vibration motor* mounted to *either* the base frame or the second frame (or both). This provides a massage or vibration feature, adding comfort or therapeutic benefits to the adjustable bed.
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January 18, 2012
August 22, 2017
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